The TV presenter-turned author has had her say on the BBC series’ new recruit

It’s the show that’s has us all talking every Saturday night, and now TV presenter Judy Finnigan has had her say on Strictly Come Dancing – specifically the show’s new head judge, Shirley Ballas.

Judy, 69, explained that although she thinks Shirley is both ‘elegant and articulate’ she’s having trouble warming to the new judging line-up – as she can’t help but miss former head judge, Len Goodman.

The mum-of-four, who is married to Richard Madeley, recently said, ‘Although Richard keeps telling me to “let it go” and give Shirl a chance to bed in, all I can say is: “I miss you, Len!” Oh yes I do.’

Explaining that he’s got to know her whilst covering for Piers Morgan on the ITV breakfast show in recent months, Richard, 61, said, ‘Charlotte is beautiful, poised and incredibly nice. My tenner’s on her.’

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